Triumphs, tribulations and tears. Fightbacks, fist-pumps and farces. The Open Championship has witnessed the full range of sporting drama and emotions in its 142 previous instalments.

Played on nine different courses on rotation since 1951, each boasts hazards capable of giving the world's best nightmares. But conquering the challenge of links golf can equally make long-held dreams a reality.

As Hoylake's Royal Liverpool prepares to host to the event for the 12th time in its history, BBC Sport recalls 10 of the tournament's most memorable moments.